2018 NFL Mock Draft: Chargers add playmakers in 4-round mock

Chargers general manager Tom Telesco has an underrated track record when it comes to selecting players in the NFL draft, including picks such as wide receiver Keenan Allen and defensive end Joey Bosa. He also has been stout at finding undrafted gems such as running back Austin Ekeler and fifth-round pick cornerback Desmond King

However, Telesco must add more playmakers and strengthen critical positions on the roster if Los Angeles wants to make it to the playoffs after a four-year drought.

Here’s a look at the Chargers’ four-round mock draft that focuses on bolstering areas of need.

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Round 1, No. 17. Christian Wilkins | DT | Clemson

Los Angeles had the third-ranked defense in points allowed but gave up 2,098 rushing yards, which ranked No. 31 overall last season. Some of that likely had to do with defensive tackle Brandon Mebane being in his mid-thirties and rapidly losing effectiveness.

Former Clemson defensive tackle Christian Wilkins could change that. He is explosive for his size and has the power to dominate the line of scrimmage.

Something has to change if the Chargers want to qualify for the playoffs, and drafting Clemson with the No. 17 overall pick would be a step in the right direction.

The 6-foot-4, 10-pound Wilkins amassed 60 tackles (27 solo), nine tackles for loss, five sacks and four passes defensed in his junior year at Clemson.